Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Check out our gigantic list of parties happening in Charlotte for the annual CIAA basketball tournament. This list will be continually updated, so keep checking back for more events. (Want to be listed? Please e-mail anita.overcash@creativeloafing.com.)

Tuesday, Feb. 28Miles & Coltrane: Blue(.). On Q Productions' CIAA Tournament edition. The play - featuring poets, musicians, dancers and actors - is based on the lives of musicians Miles Davis and John Coltrane and their influence on blues and jazz music. $22. Feb. 29, 7:30 p.m. Duke Energy Theatre, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000. www.blumenthalarts.org.

Old School/New School Party at Tempo. Presented by Tempo. Hosted by the Tanglewood Crew. $20. March 1, 9 p.m.-3 a.m. Tempo, 4809 Wilkinson Boulevard. For more information, visit www.tempocharlotte.com. To purchase tickets, visit www.crowntickets.com.

The First Day Party of Tournament Weekend at Privilege. Presented by Privilege DayClub & NightClub. Hosted by Grammy Award winner Anthony Hamilton and celebrity friends. Featuring Power 98’s Yasmin Young and DC’s DJ Flexx. March 1, 2 p.m. Privilege, 223 S. Brevard St. To purchase tickets, visit www.ez-tixx.com. For parties larger than 4 or for special VIP request call 704-890-7436 or visit www.privilegecharlotte.com.

NIGHT PARTIESA Night Full of Laughter Afterparty at The Extravaganza. Hosted by Jonathan Martin with music by Biz Markie. Mr Joe “Cheezy” Clair headlines. $35 and up. March 1, 8 p.m. The Extravaganza, 1610 N. Tryon St. To purchase tickets, visit http://ciaakeepemlaughing.eventbrite.com/

After Hour Party at Tropix Bar. CIAA party hosted by former NFL player Jocelyn Borgella. Features music by DJ Mark One, DJ Big Will, April Rayne, Ro Jackson, Joe Higg and Day Tymz. Serving fish & grits, chicken wings and more. For more information, visit 704-649-5742. $15 and up. March 1, 9 p.m. Tropix Bar and Lounge, 4701 N. Tryon St..

Black Carpet Tip-Off Affair at Founders Hall. Presented by We Run Charlotte. Hosted by Doug E. Fresh and Dinah Sade with music by DJ Skillz and Marty Geez. $25 and up. March 1, 9 p.m. Founders Hall, 100 N. Tryon St. For more information, visit www.weruncharlotte.com.

CIAA Weekend 757 & 704 Takeova Bus. Buses will run daily in hourly increments to Uptown. $100 and up. March 1-March 4. For more information, contact Micah Walls at 757-737-2460, Edward Walls at 757-737-0875, or Eugene Jones at 757-828-9046.

The Best of Both Worlds: The Fire and Ice Edition at Privilege. Presented by The Alphas of Charlotte & Deltas of Charlotte Foundation. Music by DJ Flemingo and DJ DR. $25 advance tickets. March 1, 10 p.m. Privilege Charlotte, 223 S. Brevard St. For VIP packages, call Tim at 704-651-1317. To purchase tickets, visit www.charlottesocialscene.com.

The DMV Takeover at Mez. Presented by DMV Boys, Skyline Management, and Team Dropzone. Music by DJ S&S. $20 and up. March 1, 9 p.m. The EpiCentre at Mez, 210 E. Trade St. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.thedmvtakeover.eventbrite.com.

The Official CIAA Old School Skate Party at Starlight Roller Rink. Presented by MY92.7. Hosted by Fly Ty with music by DJ Stacey Blackman. 21 and up crowd. March 1, 9 p.m. Starlight Roller Rink, 8830 E. W.T. Harris Blvd. Advance tickets can be purchased at DTLR Stores, Starlight Roller Rink, and Cricket Wireless Store (9020 Albemarle Road). Listen to MY92.7 or go to www.my927charlotte.com to win tickets. Must be 21and up to enter. For more information, call 704-568-5700.

Where the Mature Mingle at Cosmos Café. Presented by Brothers for Life, with music by DJ Fatz. $35 and up. March 1, 5 p.m. Cosmos Café, 300 N. College St. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit http://b4life-ent.com/CIAA_2012.php.

Dream: The 100th Anniversary Premiere Event at The Saloon. Hosted by NXL21 Charlotte, M. Simmons, and King Entertainment. 23 and up preferred. $10. March 1, 10 p.m. The Saloon, 900 Seaboard St. To purchase tickets, visit http://thursdaydream.eventbrite.com/.

The Official Ciroc Boyz & Bad Boy Records Takeover at Re:Public. Presented by The Yeros Group, Dre Brown, and From A 2 Z Entertainment in association with Bad Boy Records. Hosted by French Montana. Music by Celebrity DJ Shogun and The Incredible DJ Polo. 21 and up. March 1, 9 p.m. Re:Public, 314 N. College St. To purchase tickets, visit www.frenchmontanaci2012.eventbrite.com.

Welcome to Charlotte House Party at Cameo Nightclub. Presented by Worldstar Hip Hop, with Gucci Mane and Miss Cubana Lust. Music by DJ Lantern Green. $20 and up. March 1, 8 p.m. Cameo Nightclub, 3049 Scott Futrell Drive. For more information, call 301-312-1365 or visit www.nctakeover2012.com.

Welcome to my House Party at Club Hush. With live performance by Meek Mill. Presented by Topnotch Entertainment, Celebrity Inc., The Dream Team, and The Seardified GQQNS. $20 and up. March 1, 10 a.m. Club Hush, 5699 Central Ave. (Eastland Mall Parking Lot.) To purchase tickets, visit http://meekmillliveathush.eventbrite.com/.

The Official CI Kickoff Party: Kappy Krazy at Bar Charlotte. Presented by the UNCC ZD Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. Hosted by Moneyman Jones and Realnique Suave. Music by DJ Cuttz and DJ Diesel. Ladies free until 10:30 p.m. March 1, 9:30 p.m. Bar Charlotte, 300 S. College St. For more information or tables, contact 704-930-9030.

New Jack City The Official Ciroc Boyz & Bad Boy Takeover at Re:Public. Hosted by French Montana with music by Celebrity DJ Shogun and The Incredible DJ Polo. $20 and up. March 1, 9 p.m. Re:PUBLIC, 314 N. College Street. For tickets and table reservations, visit www.frenchmontanaci2012.eventbrite.com or call 704-502-2922.

Chancellor’s CIAA Brunch at Charlotte Marriott. Brought to you by the Fayetteville State Broncos. Hat fashion show and contest, with music by The Trending Topic Band, The Mane Attraction, more. $30. March 2, 11 a.m. Charlotte Marriott Executive Park, 5700 Westpark Drive. For more information, visit www.uncfsu.edu/bulletin/CIAA2012.pdf.

CI Day Party Headquarters at Fox and Hound. Presented by Talk of the Town. Six DJs. $20 and up. March 2, 12 p.m. Fox and Hound, 330 N. Tryon St. To purchase tickets, visit http://cievents2012.eventbrite.com.

Daybreak: Day Party at BlackFinn. Presented by Blue Goose Entertainment. Music by DJ C-Rob. 25 and up crowd. $10 general admission. March 2, 12 p.m. BlackFinn, 210 E. Trade St. To purchase tickets, visit http://pardigras2012.eventbrite.com.

Dayhem: The Friday All Day Party at Cosmos Café. Presented by Blue Goose Entertainment. Free admission before 1 p.m. $10 and up. March 2, 12 p.m. Cosmos Café, 300 N. College St. To purchase tickets, visit http://pardigras2012.eventbrite.com/.

RECESS: Weekend Kickoff Day Party at Howl at the Moon. Presented by The Sol Kitchen, Blue Goose Entertainment, Round Table Entertainment. Music by DJ Complete. 25+ crowd. $20. March 2, 12 p.m.-6 p.m. The EpiCentre at Howl at the Moon, 210 E. Trade St. To purchase tickets, visit http://pardigras2012.eventbrite.com/.

Rooftop Sierra at Hyatt House. Presented by King Entertainment. Music by DJ Dexter Dynamite. $10 and up. Entry will only be permitted to advance ticket holders. March 2, 12 p.m.-5 p.m. Hyatt House (formerly Hotel Sierra), 435 E. Trade St. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit http://www.kingentevents.com.

The Annual Déjà vu: The Kick-Off Day Party at Blue. Presented by Digital Divas. Music by DJ Daddy D. 30 and up crowd. $10.80. March 2, 1 p.m.-7 p.m. Blue Restaurant, 5th & College Street. For more information, visit http://www.digitaldivasevents.com.

The Official CIAA Greek Day Party at Coyote Joe's. Presented by V101.9. Hosted by Chril Girl. Music by Chubb Rock, DJ Storm, and a celebrity guest. 25 and up crowd. $25 limited advance tickets. Coyote Joe’s, 4621 Wilkinson Blvd. To purchase tickets, visit www.etix.com.

VSU Legends of Troy Meet and Greet Day Party at Phoenix and Re:Public. One party, two clubs. $30. March 2, 1 p.m.-6 p.m. Phoenix and Re:Public, 300 and 314 N. College St. To purchase tickets, visit http://vsulegendsoftroy.eventbrite.com/.

AmerAKAs-Most Wanted Day Affair at Vida. Hosted by The Alpha Lambda Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and Alumni of all CIAA schools and friends. Music by DJ Lonnie B and DJ Magic. 21 and up. $25 and up. March 2, 12 p.m.-7 p.m. Vida, 210 E. Trade St. For more information, visit www.cipartyalert.com. To purchase tickets, visit http://vidadayparty.eventbrite.com/.

JetSet II "The Day Party" at Mez. Presented by The Sol Kitchen. Music by DJ DR and DJ Skillz. Food is available and partying will be had in two of the movie theaters. Advance tickets are $20. March 2, 12 p.m.-6 p.m. Mez, 210 E. Trade St. For more information, visit www.thesolkitchen.com.

Backyard Band Day Party at Dixie’s Tavern. Presented by Southside Entertainment Group, So Phocused, Best Friendz, and Meat Lynn Ent. With DJ Killa Touch and a live performance by Backyard Band. $20 and up. Walk-ins before 1 p.m. (guys) or 2 p.m. (ladies) are free. March 2, 12 p.m. Dixie’s Tavern, 301 E. 7th St. To purchase tickets, visit www.backyardbanddayparty.eventbrite.com.

Pretty Pretty Day Party at LaTorres. Presented by Elite Entertainment and Leap Entertainment. Hosted by The Pretty Ladies and The Nasty Nupes. Music by DJ Diesel. $15. March 2, 1 p.m.-6 p.m. LaTorre’s Nightclub, 118 W. 5th St. To purchase tickets, visit http://ciprettyprettydayparty2012.eventbrite.com.

Friday Night Frenzy at Founders Hall. Presented by MAZ Entertainment. Music by DJ Flash. Sexy cage dancers, drink giveaways, and surprise guest appearances. 25 and up preferred. $30 and up. March 2, 10 p.m. Founders Hall, 100 N. Tryon St. Tickets can be purchased online or in person at Salon H20, 3509 David Cox Road or by calling 704-599-2995. For more information, visit http://www.mazentertainment.net/.

Good Times Live at Vida. Presented by Kenny J and Chris. With Anthony David and Suttle Thoughts. Music by DJ PNut. 30 and up. $20 and up. March 2, 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Vida Mexican Kitchen y Cantina, 210 E. Trade St. To purchase tickets, visit http://goodtimeslive.eventbrite.com/.

Motivation at Town Tavern. Presented by M. Watson & Company, The Execs, and Tailor Myde. 21 and up crowd. $20. March 2, 10 p.m. Town Tavern, 200 N. Tryon St. To purchase tickets, visit http://ci2k12motivation.eventbrite.com/.

“Old School” R&B Party at Fanz Sports Grill. Presented by Jazz Diva Entertainment. Music by DJ Darryl Krush, with a live performance by The Peace and Love Band. $15. March 2, 9 p.m. Fanz Sports Grill, 3425 David Cox Road. For ticket information, visit www.jazzdivaevents.com or call 704-774-0375.

NAS at Phoenix. With music by DJ Mars, DJ Skillz and DJ DR. Advance tickets $40 and up. March 2, 10 p.m. Phoenix, 300 N. College St. Visit www.thesolkichen.com.

Party in Paradise at LaTorres. Presented by Leap Ent. Hosted by Keyshia Dior with special guest French Montana. $25 and up. March 2, 10 p.m.-3 a.m. LaTorres Nightclub, 118 W. 5th St. For more information, call 336-655-2473. To purchase tickets, visit http://ciaapartyinparadise.eventbrite.com/.

Party with a View at Roof with a View. Presented by 4C Production. Free food and parking. 30 and up preferred. $30 advance tickets. March 2, 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Roof with a View, 800 W. Hill Street. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit http://partywithaview.eventbrite.com/.

The Day Party of all “CI” Day Parties, Part 1 at Stool Pigeons. Presented by Bossman Entertainment. Music by DJ Hollywood and live performance by Jus Once Band. $15 advance tickets. March2. Stool Pigeons, 214 N. Church St.

True School the Party at Howl at the Moon. Presented by The Sol Kitchen, Blue Goose Entertainment, Round Table Entertainment, etc. Music by 9th Wonder and DJ Cuzzin B. 25 and up crowd. $20 and up. March 2, 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Howl at the Moon, 210 E. Trade St. To purchase tickets, visit http://pardigras2012.eventbrite.com/ or www.thesolkitchen.com.

Wale with Special Guest DJ Kid Capri at The Fillmore. Presented by Power 98 FM. Performances by Wale and DJ Kid Capri. $91 and up. March 2, 10 p.m. The Fillmore Charlotte, 1000 NC Music Factory Blvd. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.livenation.com.

The Ultimate CI Experience: The Elevation at The NC Music Factory. Presented by Rite Partners, Docroc Ent., Power 98, and National Youth Empowerment Program. Hosted by Diddy and friends. Music by DJs Enuff, Smitty and Ubaby. With gourmet food, a midnight breakfast and complimentary gift bags. 21 & up. $60. March 2, 8 p.m. ReelWorks at The NC Music Factory, 817 Hamilton Street. For more information, visit www.slamfest100.com.To purchase tickets, call 1-877-993-8499 or visit www.ez-tixx.com. For Table Service, call Olie at 407-346-9131.

The Official Miami Invasion at Cameo Nightclub. Featuring Rick Ross, Trina and Phat Rabbit. For more information or to reserve a table, call 301-312-1365 or visit www.vaultphilly.com. Cameo, 3049 Scott Futrell Drive.

All I’s on Us at Toxic. Presented by Mile Hi Club Ent. Music by DJ Bobby Drake and DJ NGenius. $15. March 2, 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Toxic, 616 N. Tryon St. To purchase tickets, visit http://milehiclubdayparty.eventbrite.com/.

Maxwell: One Night Stand at Oasis Tent. Yep, we said Maxwell. Music by DJ PNut and DJ J-1. $30 and up. March 2, 9 p.m. Oasis Tent, 514 N. College St. For more information, visit www.partyatthetent.com.

Top of the World at Harvey B. Gantt Center. Presented by Heights Ent. Featuring Ace Hood. Hosted by Nikki Nikole with music by DJ Rayvon. March 2, 10 p.m. Harvey B. Gantt Center, 551 S. Tryon St. For more information, visit www.heightsent.com.

Cufflinks: The Day Party at Enso. Hosted by the Kappas. Music by DJ Moe. $20 and up. March 3, 12 p.m.-6 p.m. Enso, 210 E. Trade St. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.cufflinksandcocktails.com.

Master of the Mix Day Party. Presented by IMM and TC Entertainment. Live performance by DJ Kid Capri. Music by DJ Rham. $20 and up. March 3, 12 p.m.-7 p.m. Phoenix, 300 N. College St. To purchase tickets, visit www.charlotteparties.com or www.ez-tix.com. For more information, call 9890-226-8214.

The Day Affair Volume 6 at Whisky River. Presented by Bestfriendz. Music by DJ SnS. Open buffet. Bull riding competition starts at 3 p.m. Ladies free with flyer, R.S.V.P., or text before 1 p.m. Fellas reduced before 1 p.m. with flyer, RSVP or text. $25 and up. March 3, 12 p.m.-8 p.m. Whisky River, 210 E. Trade St. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit http://www.thebestdamndaypartyperiod.com/.

The Day Party & Car Show at QC VIP Lounge. Hosted by A-Jizzle of Team Tyku. March 3, 2 p.m.-7 p.m. Q.C. VIP Lounge, 4205 Monroe Road. To purchase tickets, visit www.sojuthedayparty.eventbrite.com.

The La-di-da-di Day Party at The Big Chill. Presented by Mike Johnson, Alethea Ramey, and James Johnson. Music by Slick Rick and Doug E. Fresh, together for the first time at CI. $25 and up. March 3. The Big Chill, 911 E. Morehead St. For more information, visit http://theladidadidayparty.com/ or contact Mike Johnson at 704-576-1873, Alethea Ramey at 704-614-3435, or James Johnson at 704-493-1617.

The Original Hopewell Group Day Party at Tempo. Presented by Tempo. With Chubb Rock. $20. March 3, 12 p.m.-6 p.m. Tempo, 4809 Wilkinson Boulevard. For more information, visit www.tempocharlotte.com. To purchase tickets, visit www.crowntickets.com.

The Ultimate Satur-Day Party Experience at Mez. Presented by The Sol Kitchen. Music by DJ Bro Rabb and DJ Skillz. Food will be available.$10 and up. March 3, 12 p.m.-6 p.m. Mez, 210 E. Trade St. To purchase tickets, visit http://www.etix.com.

The Official Saturday Day Party at RE:Public. Presented by 4 Your Soul Entertainment & Vuunaa. Music by Bela Dona, DJ Shaun NYCE, and DJ 2Nasty. $20 and up. March 3, 1 p.m.-6 p.m. RE:Public, 314 N. College St. For more information, visit http://4yoursoulentertainment.com/.

True School: The Day Party at Howl at the Moon. Presented by Sol Kitchen, G Sharp Ent, Dynasty 5, Roundtable, and True School Corp. With 9th Wonder and DJ Cuzzin B. $10 and up. March 3, 12 p.m.-6 p.m. To purchase tickets, visit http://www.thesolkitchen.com/.

The All Male CIAA Day Party at The Bar at 316. Presented by dKarolina. First 50 people get free shots. $10 and up. 21 and up. March 3, 2 p.m.-6 p.m. The Bar at 316, 316 Rensselaer Ave. To purchase tickets, visit http://dkkarolina.ticketleap.com.

CIAA So, So Fresh Day Party at Allure Lounge. Presented by TopShelf Entertainment. Live performance by Doug E. Fresh. Limited amount of discounted tickets sold at No Grease Barbershop, Time Warner Arena and Hair’s Your Glory Salon. $15. March 3, 12 p.m.-6 p.m. Allure Lounge, 1508 S. Mint St.

Satur”DAZED” Day Party at Tent City. Hosted by The A List, MAZ, and A.C.T. $10 and up. March 3, 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Master of the Mix [Tent City], 516 N. College St. To purchase tickets, visit www.saturdazed.eventbrite.com.

Meet Yo! Tweet Day Party at The Blake Hotel. Presented by Mike Jackson and Yoshiko Ent. With Rare Essence live, interviews by Nikki Rich, and live filming by Zenn Filmz. $20 advance tickets. March 3, 12 p.m.-5 p.m. The Blake Hotel, 555 S. McDowell St. For tickets, visit www.ez-tixx.com. For more information contact Yoshiko Ent. at 804-506-0199.

Mixology Social Mixer Day Party at Prohibition. Presented by Steezehustle, Mrf1rstclass09, Keezyhustle, Moneyman Jones, DC Live Me, and The Move Tonight. Music by DJ Skinny Nick. $10 and up. March 3, 1 p.m.-8 p.m. Prohibition, 200 N. Tryon Street. To purchase tickets visit http://mixologyci.eventbrite.com/. For more info and tables call 980-355-1872 or 980-939-9308.

CI Celebrity Wrap Up Party at Cosmos Cafe. Presented by IMM and TC Entertainment. Music by DJ Young Guru, Jay-Z’s official tour DJ. Also featuring MY92.7’s DJ Rham. $25 and up. March 3, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Cosmos Café, 300 N. College St. To purchase tickets, visit http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2857975281/. For more information, call 980-226-8214.

F.L.Y at Enso. Presented by Sophocused.com and Status Inc. Hosted by Famous Dave 87 and I Won This Race. Music by DJ Tay James and DJ Touchbasis, with special guest appearances by Secret 215, Pebblez da Model, and Kyra Chaos. 21 and up. $30 and up. March 3, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Enso Asian Bistro, 210 E. Trade St., Suite A8. To purchase tickets, visit http://charlotte12.eventbrite.com/.

J. Cole & Dreamville Present the Dollar and a Dream Show at The Fillmore. Live performance by J. Cole. $36. March 3, 9 p.m. The Fillmore Charlotte, 1000 NC Music Factory Blvd. To purchase tickets, visithttp://www.ticketmaster.com.

Overtime at Howl At The Moon. Presented by The Sol Kitchen Music. Music by DJ Mars (Motm/World Famous Superfriends/ATL) & DJ All Nite. Presented by The Sol Kitchen. 9 p.m. Howl at the Moon, 210 E. Trade St. For more information, visit www.thesolkitchen.com.

The Ciroc Lounge at Aria Tuscan Grille. Hosted by Sheree Whitfield from The Real Housewives of Atlanta with music by DJ Marty Geez. $30 and up. Sales end February 10. March 3. Aria Tuscan Grille, 100 N. Tryon St.

Westin Extravaganza Encore at The Westin. Presented by The A List & Velvet Entertainment. Music by DJ Bro Rabb. $35 and up. March 3, 9 p.m. The Westin's Ballroom, 601 S. College St. To purchase tickets, visit http://www.eventbee.com.

Centennial: The 100th Year Anniversary Finale at The Saloon. 23 and up preferred. $15 and up. March 3, 10 p.m. The Saloon, 900 Seaboard St. To purchase tickets, visit http://saturdaycentennial.eventbrite.com/.

The Official T.I.A.A Grand Finale at Cameo Nightclub. With “The King of the South” T.I., aka Tip. Music provided by DJ Stylz and DJ Quicksilva. March 3, 8 p.m. Cameo Nightclub, 3049 Scott Futrell Drive. For more information, call 301-312-1365 or visit www.nctakeover2012.com.

Divas Night Out at Oasis Tent. Featuring the combined, ridiculous sexiness of Laz Alonso, Idris Elba and Common, performing live. Music by Biz Markie. $30 and up. March 3, 9 p.m. Oasis Tent, 514 N. College St. For more information, visit www.partyatthetent.com.

2 Chainz Live Performance at Suite. Presented by South Coast Marketing. March 3, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Suite, 210 East Trade St. To purchase tickets, visit www.ez-tixx.com.

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